DOOM: The Dark Ages system requirements have been revealed

Get ready to dive into the dark ages with the legendary Slayer as DOOM returns with a vengeance. At the Xbox Developer_Direct, id Software pulled back the curtain on DOOM: The Dark Ages, revealing breathtaking gameplay and setting a concrete release date of May 15. This installment is poised to redefine the standards of graphics and performance, powered by the cutting-edge idTech8 engine. The developers have gone all out, integrating ray tracing for hyper-realistic shadows and dynamic lighting, and ramping up the destruction and brutality to new heights. To ensure everyone can join the fray, id Software has thoughtfully released the minimum, recommended, and ultra system requirements well in advance, giving players ample time to gear up.

Minimum Requirements (1080p, 60 fps, low settings):

OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit

Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 3700X or Intel i7 10700K (8 cores/16 threads)

Graphics card: RTX 2060 Super or RX 6600 with 8GB VRAM

RAM: 16GB

SSD: 512GB (100GB of free space)

Recommended Requirements (1440p, 60 fps, high settings):

OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit

Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 5700X or Intel i7 12700K

Graphics card: RTX 3080 or RX 6800 with 10GB VRAM

RAM: 32GB

SSD: 512GB

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Ultra (4K, 60 fps, ultra settings):

OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit

Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 5700X or Intel i7 12700K

Graphics card: RTX 4080 or RX 7900XT with 16GB VRAM

RAM: 32GB

SSD: 512GB

For those eager to jump in early, pre-ordering DOOM: The Dark Ages comes with exclusive perks. You'll unlock new looks for the Slayer, and gain access to additional challenges and missions, ensuring your journey through the dark ages is both unique and thrilling.